Structural Variation

Structural variation is studied in the field of genomics, and it refers to changes in DNA sequence which can be inherited, or occur spontaneously. It is important to study structural variation because it can have major effects on the phenotype, and it can be a contributing factor to many diseases. Structural variation can also affect the severity of diseases, and can guide the selection of treatments. Researchers have used structural variation to identify genes related to various diseases and traits, as well as to investigate the diversity of the human genome. Furthermore, understanding structural variation can help us to develop strategies for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease.